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The Role: Safety Coordinator

Location: Toledo, OH

About Us

The Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator is responsible for developing, administering, and implementing companywide occupational safety programs. They also serve as the coordinator for occupational safety programs within one or more divisions and/or departments.

Your Impact

• Leadership & Program Management: Develop, implement, and maintain occupational safety programs to meet compliance standards and organizational goals.
• Compliance & Training: Stay updated with legislation, align health and safety policies with regulations, and provide training for employees at all levels.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify workplace risks, conduct incident investigations, and propose solutions to eliminate or minimize accidents.
• Continuous Improvement: Encourage innovative ideas to enhance safety programs and reduce the facility's environmental impact.
• Collaboration: Work with project managers to assess safety implications of new initiatives and process modifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain health and safety objectives, targets, and control procedures to meet legal and organizational requirements.
• Conduct weekly inspections, audits, and compliance checks related to health and safety.
• Deliver training sessions to ensure all employees possess the necessary knowledge for safe work practices.
• Investigate safety breaches and implement strategies to prevent them.
• Oversee replenishment of first aid supplies and personal protective equipment.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional teams to address safety concerns and implement effective solutions.

What We're Looking For

• Excellent communication skills with proven leadership and team motivation abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and database systems; advanced skills in MS Suite preferred.
• Detail-oriented, analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with a comprehensive understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and service-oriented with a successful track record of managing multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 1 year of experience, or 5 years of safety-related experience in manufacturing.
• Safety certifications (such as CRSP, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information) are highly desirable.
• Knowledge of workers' compensation legislation and safety management systems.